Penn's Landing Travel Guide
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Penn's Landing
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Penn's Landing during your trip to Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Spruce Street Harbor Park
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to Spruce Street Harbor Park. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Blue Cross RiverRink
You can take time to visit Blue Cross RiverRink during your travels to Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Independence Seaport Museum
You can study the exhibits at Independence Seaport Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Cherry Street Pier
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Cherry Street Pier during your stay in Philadelphia. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
The Irish Memorial at Penn's Landing
Find out about the history of Philadelphia when you take a trip to The Irish Memorial at Penn's Landing. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
BYOB Historically Hilarious Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market
Go City: Philadelphia Explorer Pass - Choose 3 to 7 Attractions
Top hotels in Penn's Landing
Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing
"Very nice spot to stay"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia - Penns Landing by IHG
"The staff members were very helpful and the breakfast was good."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
"Comfy bed, loved the pillows. And loved having the water station on the floor - great idea!"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
"The hotel is great! It's in a good location close by everything. The rooms are clean, the staff was very helpful. Checking in and checking out was very easy. I would definitely stay here again!"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
"Had a lovely stay in a corner room at the Sofitel (in the room type dubbed “magnifique”). The room felt luxurious, spacious, and quiet. Lots of nice touches like mini-turndown while we were out, some tasty treats left on our nightstand, plush bath towels. The restobar by thr lobby is great — nice ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Motto by Hilton Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square
"Great location. Fun rooftop bar, nice coffee shop to grab something to go. Rooms are a bit small but affordable and well appointed."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Penn's Landing
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Pennsylvania Convention Center and Philadelphia Museum of Art, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
University City
Travellers choose University City for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Penn Medicine Station or 33rd St Station and check out top sights like Penn Museum.
Old City
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Old City. Top attractions like Cherry Street Pier and Betsy Ross House are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 2nd St. Station or 5th St. Station to see more of the city.
South Philadelphia
Travellers choose South Philadelphia for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Snyder Station or Tasker Morris Station and check out top sights like Xfinity Mobile Arena.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Philadelphia Museum of Art and Mann Center for the Performing Arts are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lancaster Ave & 49th St Tram Stop or 49th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
